An opportunity exists for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Sydney office on a 14-month parental leave contract, supporting three senior partners within our clients highly successful Competition, IP & Technology (CIPT) team.
This role offers a unique blend of high-touch, traditional support for one partner, including complex diary management, extensive local travel coordination, document preparation, PowerPoint presentations and practice administration, alongside support for two highly self-sufficient partners who require polished, reliable assistance across billing, matter support and ad-hoc tasks.
It's an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and building strong working relationships with senior stakeholders.
About the role
- Managing complex diaries, travel and logistics for a partner who values traditional, hands-on support
- Providing efficient, professional assistance to two self-sufficient partners
- Drafting, formatting and amending documents
- Preparing PowerPoint presentations and client materials
- Coordinating billing cycles and monthly workflows
- Managing correspondence, file organisation and general practice administration
- Supporting team operations and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing environment
About You
You bring strong legal secretary and technical capability, but more importantly, you bring presence, professionalism, and a client-focused mindset.
- have 3+ years' experience delivering high-level legal administrative support
- work well under pressure and excel when trusted to operate autonomously
- communicate confidently with senior stakeholders
- take a positive, energetic and solutions-focused approach
- have exceptional attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
- you pride yourself on being able to anticipate what the Partners need before they know they need it
- If you are a WHV with legal secretary experience, you need to have at least 18 months left on your visa
Snr Corporate Legal Secretary - WHV welcome in Sydney employer: Bhima Advisory
Join a rapidly scaling national law firm that values innovation and strategic growth, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact client relationships and market presence. With a strong focus on professional development, you will have the opportunity to mentor others while collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, all within a supportive culture that embraces agility and change. Located in a vibrant area, this role not only provides competitive compensation but also the chance to represent the firm at industry events, enhancing your professional network and visibility.
